Digital Designer

HyperionDev

. Create rich media visuals, animated videos, social media assets, paid media, web banners, email communications, and other content .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeCape Town • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in digital design and product design, with a strong focus on UX and UI for websites and mobile applications. Proficient in creating high-quality visual content, including animated videos and social media assets, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Digital Design ExperienceFigma ProficiencyAdobe Suite ExpertiseUX/UI Design SkillsMotion Graphics Ability

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Hard Skills

Digital DesignProduct DesignUX DesignUI DesignIllustrationMotion GraphicsLanding Page CreationData AnalysisPrototypingWireframing

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingEffective CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

FigmaAdobe XDSketchUnbounceWebflowAdobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe LightroomAdobe InDesignAdobe Premiere Pro

Industry Keywords

EdTechEducationSocial Media KPIsGoogle AnalyticsBrandingDiversity in Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create rich media visuals, animated videos, social media assets, paid media, web banners, email communications, and other content
Ideate and execute new content
Create presentation decks for the Partnerships team
Support creation and rollout of assets for partnered content and programs
Update program and bootcamp documentation as required
Work with partners on shared marketing campaigns
Maintain high-quality messaging
Improve website design and UI
Manage branding for events aimed at school leavers
Assist with establishing the Careers platform sub-brand
Work directly with the global marketing team to ensure creative meets strategic brand requirements and resonates with the audience
Support cross-divisional strategic projects while independently managing assigned projects
Style and shoot content in-house

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 3–4 years of digital design experience with a high-calibre portfolio
Strong understanding of digital design and product design, including UX and UI for websites and mobile
Minimum 2–3 years of experience using Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar tools for website design
Experience collaborating with developers
Experience with Figma Components, scalable design systems, prototyping, and wireframing
Experience creating landing pages in a CMS such as Unbounce or Webflow
Analytical thinking and appreciation of data-informed communications and design
Illustration and motion graphics skills
Proficiency in Adobe Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and After Effects
Ability to create animated explainer videos for products and advertising
Ability to work effectively with people across departments and levels
Experience working with data and extracting insights for performance-driven design
Understanding of societal and cultural diversity and ability to create designs that resonate with diverse audiences
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred: 5+ years leading design for a brand
Preferred: Previous experience in EdTech or Education
Preferred: Experience producing, shooting, and/or editing video
Preferred: Experience creating animations
Preferred: Detailed understanding of Social Media KPIs and Google Analytics, including conversions, goals, and events
Preferred: Experience conceptualising on-brand advertising for YouTube and TikTok

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible & remote working with flexible work options
Opportunity to work with teams and leaders in tech across Africa, Europe and the US
Purpose-driven, life-changing work making education and tech careers accessible
Culture of growth and learning
Opportunities to work with a high-performing management team and leading edtech, developer education, and developer assessment professionals